1997 Ford Ranger Trailer Hitch

Features:

This fully welded trailer hitch receiver bolts onto your vehicle's frame with no welding required. Powder coated steel is sturdy and corrosion resistant.

Installation Notes:

Drilling required for installation

Draw-Tite Class 3 Trailer Hitch - 1997 Ford Ranger

Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"

Installation Difficulty:

3 out of 10

215 reviews

Code: 75082

$193.05

Retail:$307.00

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Trailer Hitch Size:

2 Inch Hitch Opening

Towing Capacity:

400 Pound Tongue Weight

4000 Pound Towing

Weight Distribution Towing Capacity:

750 Pound Tongue Weight

6000 Pound Towing

Trailer Wiring:

Features:

Fully welded vehicle trailer hitch is strong and durable. Draw-Tite's Tested Tough guarantee ensures that this hitch exceeds industry standards. The combination of an e-coat base and a powder coat finish provides excellent rust protection.

Installation Notes:

Drilling required for installation

For vehicles with factory installed step bumpers only

Tech Tip:

Full size spare may not be able to be stored underneath the vehicle after installing this hitch.

CURT Class 3 Round Tube Trailer Hitch - 1997 Ford Ranger

Installation Difficulty:

5 out of 10

354 reviews

Made in the USA

Made in USA

Code: 13138

$169.88

Retail:$308.95

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Trailer Hitch Size:

2 Inch Hitch Opening

Towing Capacity:

400 Pound Tongue Weight

4000 Pound Towing

Weight Distribution Towing Capacity:

600 Pound Tongue Weight

6000 Pound Towing

Trailer Wiring:

Features:

This fully welded trailer hitch receiver bolts onto your vehicle's frame with no welding required. Powder coated steel is sturdy and corrosion resistant.

Installation Notes:

Drilling required for installation

etrailer Class 3 Round Tube Trailer Hitch - 1997 Ford Ranger

etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"

Installation Difficulty:

5 out of 10

21 reviews

Made in the USA

Made in USA

Code: e29AR

$161.94

Retail:$240.54

You Save: $78.60

In Stock

Trailer Hitch Size:

2 Inch Hitch Opening

Towing Capacity:

400 Pound Tongue Weight

4000 Pound Towing

Weight Distribution Towing Capacity:

600 Pound Tongue Weight

6000 Pound Towing

Trailer Wiring:

Features:

This fully welded trailer hitch receiver bolts onto your vehicle's frame with no welding required. Matte black, powder coated steel is durable and corrosion resistant and creates a rugged look.

Installation Notes:

Drilling required for installation

CURT Class 2 Trailer Hitch - 1997 Ford Ranger

Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4"

Installation Difficulty:

3 out of 10

11 reviews

Made in the USA

Made in USA

Code: C12012

$175.42

Retail:$328.95

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Trailer Hitch Size:

1-1/4 Inch Hitch Opening

Towing Capacity:

350 Pound Tongue Weight

3500 Pound Towing

Trailer Wiring:

1997 Ford Ranger Ball Mount

Recommended Ball Mount:

Features:

Perfect for light-duty towing, this custom, vehicle trailer hitch receiver features fully welded, gloss powder coated steel construction. Drawbar sold separately.

Installation Notes:

Drilling required for installation

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